Touchstone Definition

touchstone
noun
  1. a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated; "the schools comply with federal standards"; "they set the measure for all subsequent work"

"Touchstone" in song lyrics

See how touchstone is used in real songs:

  • "carl touchstone"
    AOL — AOL

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